Almost there! Calling in backup for our Honda CT70 motorcycle restoration | Redline Update 97
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 13 ก.ค. 2024
- Davin's dad joins the show this week as Davin needed a bit of help with reupholstering the seat for our 1974 Honda CT70 trail bike. This little motorcycle is SO close to being back on the trail as Davin spends this episode getting the front fork and all its accessories mounted, as well as doing a few final checks with the engine including adding some oil and checking for spark.
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Enjoy the time with your dad and let him know he did a great job. Some of us are not so fortunate, but enjoyed the guest and this series!
I am the grandson & son of original owners of Sandusky Motor Parts & the original dealer & seller of that Honda CT 70. We couldn’t be happier to see that bike still bringing joy happiness so may years later. We are also happy to see you restored our dealership sticker to pass down with the history of this bike for many more years to come. From the Ellis Family THANK YOU
Raymond Ellis lll
Ellis Family Motorcycle & ATV Repair
Im sure Dad & Grandpa are looking down proudly 🙏 🙏
*DAVIN'S DAD!*
Seeing Davin and his Dad working on that seat together...whew, it got dusty in here all of a sudden.
My Pop has been gone over a decade and it's been a long time since we worked on anything
together, so seeing these guys together hit me unexpectedly hard today - but that's not a bad thing.
It's easy to see where Davin gets it - he comes by it honest, as they say.
God bless the both of you and may you have MANY years together yet still!
- Ed on the Ridge
Most young men get their inspiration and work ethic from their dads. Glad to see where Davin gets his from!
My late Dad passed away 25 years ago. I inherited most of his professionnal tools. He was a railway shop machinist and a respected Master welder, having trained dozens of newbies. He taught me basic car maintenance and repairs when I was 11 y.o. on his own car. We worked together oh so many times.
Every time I go in my home shop, I see his tools and think of the great times we had together with emotions.
It has been 21 years since my Dad was around I miss him everyday , that's the bad news. the good news is I miss him everyday must have meant he made such an impression on me. I think they call this love, even thou he never said it I knew it!
Yeah. Dusty. Indeed. My pop passed 20 years ago, but he is always on my shoulder.
I agree with all the previous commenters. My dad passed 4 years ago, but he gave me all his tools about 20 years ago. I think of him and the times we used those tools together every time I open the box. Everything I know about working on cars I leaved from my dad. Like Davin's dad, mine was also a Vietnam vet, seeing that hit me, too.
You are blessed to have a dad who wants to spend time with you. Cherish every second my friend.
Two things in this video that I like
1. That you are man enough to ask for help. 👍
2. That your dad was there working with you. ❤️
Again enjoy your videos
Man there's nothing like seeing an experienced gray-haired mechanic asking help from his dad. That stuff is so wholesome.
The moment you realize your Dad is the best at what he does... makes you proud to be his son :)
Please tell your dad that we are grateful for his service to our country! God Bless!
I remember spending time with my dad in the garage working on cars....those were good times.
That is the most cleanest ct70 I’ve seen in the longest 37 someodd years of my adult life. that motorcycle is spot on, rather spotless. Eyecandy. amazing talent here, thanks for sharing
You’re a natural in front of the camera. If you don’t feel comfortable you should. Voice is clear. Communication is direct. Pauses are perfect. The information is in bite size pieces. You connect with us. It feels like we are family too. It’s a master class in public speaking/communication. I enjoy these videos. Wish I could build something with my dad. Well done sir. Cheers!
Thanks for introducing us to your dad. All along I’ve been seeing you as a very knowledgeable guy and now I know where you got your mechanical knowledge. And even though you may have thought you knew everything, it becomes apparent that there’s still some very valuable information that dad has been holding under his hat for future applications.
My two brothers and I had one of these Hondas and we abused that thing so bad. Great memories.
So cool dad helped out.
It's good to see you working with your dad, the ct70 looks better than factory new 👍👍👍.
Best one yet brother. Saw a whole new side to you with your Father there. Cheers
You have a great dad I can only wish.
I always watch these vids late in the evening or at night, and when Davin says: “Get out in the shop, get your work done”… i get anxious :’)
It was great to see your dad. My dad, unfortunately, died in 1989 at 54 years old. My dad was a mechanic in the military for 21 years. He overhauled a ship at sea, in the navy, during Korea. He left the navy and joined the army where he fixed every vehicle they owned. He repaired cars, trucks, semis, and tanks (also other track vehicles). He took my sister and I for a ride in an M-60 tank around 1966. His last years in the army focused on Huey helicopters, specifically the single Huey they had in Santa Fe, NM. He and Major Wells were the New Mexico Air National Guard. My father also, unofficially, got to fly the chopper a number of times. Dad's are great!
Sparky ! You're back !
Nice having your dad around.
David it was cool to see you work with you dad love the bike i remember when they were new!!!
Hi Davin, i appriciated for your dedication to automotive world, good jobs.
A little arts and crafts is always fun. Cool video!
Brings back memories working with my dad. I envy you Davin, in a good way.
That was a smart idea lining up the holes for the plate. Better than trying to eyeball it.
Seeing you with your Dad is great. Treasure your time with him. I'm sure he is a huge part of the reason you are what you are and successful.
Stuning detailed build Davin, ya Dad made a great seat too
Hat is off for your dad! Very talented craftsman, who tought me an important lesson on upholstery, that I've never thought of, and therefore never've got that shape quite right.. Thank you, Davin's Dad, you have my full respect!
I had the same CT70, same color, 4spd clutch when it was new, I was eleven; it is how I learned how to operate a clutch. I knew the trails of North Seattle, got popped by the cops only twice!
Loving your style, great build👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧
Thank your dad for his service for us. My own father is a Vietnam vet (69-70) Chu Lai (China Beach) and I like to brag about him whenever given the chance.....like just now. lol
Happy to see ur dad❤️ davin love from India. Live long
I'm collecting parts to restore my dad's 66 super cub. If it comes out a third as nice as that I'll be tickled. I wish he could be here to help me.
The best part of a project, car, bike, house. Is the excuse to purchase a new tool and all the while saving $$$. Versus having someone who is probably less skilled than me doing the work. Yay DIY and yay new tools!
Just beautiful, amazing ✊🏻✊🏻
These videos need more Bud Reckow!
Dad is the star of this episode. I lost mine, Thanksgiving 2012. 29 missions in a B-17 over Germany. Treasure your dad.
Miss working on bikes with my dad :)
You never read the volume of fluid by looking at the mark from underneath! I can remember my physics lecturer at university LOSING his mind when I did exactly as you have done🤣
Your Dad is super cool!
I miss my dad. It's real cool to see you working with yours. Great job Davin and Dad!
I wish I could double like this video, one for you and one for your dad
Funny, I had what was then known as a Mini Trail 70 in Honda Red, I believe it was a 79 model, at least thats what the guy who sold it to me said. Bought it for $200. Had many an adventure driving it in the city of Lancaster CA, and later Lake LA CA. Picked up my brother once from school on it and he was driving otw back home but a cop showed up and we cut across the desert to avoid him (lol) my brother was driving and we hit a large bump, threw me off the back into soft sand (ack lol) completely unhurt and we looked back at the cop standing on the dirt road just watching us. :) Gods we had some fun with that. :)
Thanks Dad. 👍🏼
Thanks Davin's Dad, although he looks my age or slightly older. Damn, now I do feel old. :)
God that thing is beautiful! Doing great work and your’ finesse in driving those rivets for the vin plate was impressive. I’m following this project closely.
Yey! your Dad. But, sped up it did look like you and Dad were having a fun, family wrestling match! 😁👍
Thank you Davin for getting your Dad involved in this project. I noticed the hat he was wearing, please thank him for his service.
Kudos to your Dad he did a fantastic job.
Good old Dad!👍🏻
Quality of the work, your enjoyment and relaxed attitude has made this compulsive viewing…and your Dad is a total legend!! Thanks.
Great Video. Love the color Orange
So cool to have your dad in the show!
The CT70 is coming along nice!!! It is awesome to see you Dad helping you out with the bike, seat covers can be a pain but when you have someone who knows how to do it the better!! Can't wait to see the final video and I hope to see your Dad take it for a spin too, that would be cool to see!! Nice work as always and thanks for sharing!! :)
Fantastic job on the seat! No puckering, creases or out-of alignment piping or hems. Perfect!
Davin, we are all super happy to see your dad!
Hagerty videos cure my depression
Looks so good that I want one in my living room on a pedestal 😁
Davin: This Is My Dad!!! ^~^
Davin's Dad: I've never seen this person before in my life... 0~o
Davin's dad is the best! thanks for repairing the seat.
What a great build, that bike is absolutely gorgeous and Davin's Dad did a great job on the seat! My Dad and I just finished restoring a 1970 Honda Mini Trail 50 that was given to us in pretty sad shape. We managed to get the motor running like a top with the factory carb. Luckily the bike was rust free minus some surface rust on the frame and we saved 90% of the original paint, it has a perfect patina.
Been watching the CT70 rebuild for a while now. Brings back memories of a yellow one I had as a kid. Can't wait to see and hear it run!
I'm glad to see Dad can show the son a thing or two.
Nothin like seeing a dad and his kid working together. Great episode! One of the best ever. We get to see the family side of Davin. Like you, your dad goes great work! Awesome. Can't wait to see this puppy fire up!
Those spiral rivets are called drive screwws. You must have the proper sized hole for them or you can break them off. Don''t ask me how I know.
The Honda is looking better than new.
I have an 01’ Honda Shadow and can confirm Honda is still (or was up to that time) using headlight cowls as junction boxes for all lights including the tail lights and rear turn indicators. That was a pain in the @$$ when changing the rear turn indicator lamps to much brighter LED’s. After removing most of the components in the way, I still decided to clip and use the existing wires. Soldered in the new LED lamps right there on the bike and sealed it with some shrink-wrap.
Punch that rivet through a piece of paper to get it started, like you would do with a small nail. No scratched paint or smashed fingers, looks good.
Great tip!!
That a trick my late father taught me decades ago when we were reupholstering an old chair. Sweet memory !
Great dad
Wish I could work with my Dad again!!!
I'm an expert on classic bikes like that. david.😁 Especially Honda
It took me a hour to dig out the old petcock from the original tank. Now I need to find the rebuild kit I bought for my 305 dream to reinstall. Thanks!
Awesome, Thanks Davin you worked really hard to get it this far👍
It was great to see your dad help you out, made me miss my day's in dad's garage😉
Stay Safe Guy's👍
u should make the longest (LONGER) episodes!
You are definitely not cutting any corners. With some of the best fork and motor oil. A beautiful new seat. Bet you don't want to get any dirt on it.
Dad's are the best!!!!!! Love it and the progress on the bike!!
The orange & chrome, are awesome. The father seat tops it off sweet. 😎👍🇨🇦
Nice looking work.
Both of you are awesome 🤘🤘
That does look incredible Dave! Nice work!
Awesome to see you work with your dad on this project. Some of my best memories with my dad are working on cars. Gotta cherish that time together.
Can't wait to see this bike run!
I want one of these so bad now! This would be great to run around town running little errands. Good to see Dad is still out there putting his skills to work 👌🏽
Nice burette technique Davin.
Great looking mini bike. I wanted one of these so badly when I was young. I saw similar ones at Barrett-Jackson this year that sold for about 6k. But they didn't look as nice as this one.
Love to see your work, man! Congrats, thanks for share knowledge, and your dad is doing great!
Pertama kali merakit motor ct70 hasil nya pun luar biasa 😎
Felicitaciones de compartir con tu padre en tus proyectos
Davin, you surprised me with that burette with which you measured the oil for the shocks. I had not seen one since I left high school in 1974.
Davin I would enjoy seeing more of your Dad in your video’s. Maybe do a going back in time video with your Dad explaining how he influenced your path into automotive.
God bless you and your dad. Great episode, the best yet!
Sweet build
such a cool guys i love it
Keep It Up ☺️
I can’t wait to take it for a ride! 😁👍
i was born in '74 and id like my VIN tag updated pls XD
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That thing is going to look like it just rolled out of the factory.
when in doubt, improvise....sweet
Spot on!
Nice video!! make more of these CT70's